viaduct

American  

[vahy-uh-duhkt] / ˈvaɪ əˌdʌkt /

noun

1. a bridge for carrying a road, railroad, etc., over a valley or the like, consisting of a number of short spans.

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viaduct British  

/ ˈvaɪəˌdʌkt /

noun

1. a bridge, esp for carrying a road or railway across a valley, etc, consisting of a set of arches supported by a row of piers or towers

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Etymology

Origin of viaduct

1810–20; < Latin via way + (aque)duct

Example Sentences

"The viaduct holds such a special place in my family's heart, it is devastating to see the collapse of such a well-loved and iconic landmark."

From BBC

In January, a sign displaying width restrictions for boats passing through a railway viaduct was installed after pictures of a £1m yacht looking stuck - while moving slowly - went viral online.

From BBC

Instead, drivers have been leaving the motorway and "rat running" through small villages in a bid to avoid hour-long delays on the approach to the viaduct.

From BBC

Massive viaducts are going up and can be seen driving up and down State Route 99.

From Los Angeles Times

Nearly half a million tourists visited the viaduct in the first 10 months of 2023, according to National Trust Scotland.

From BBC

Related Words

• overpass